The differences between IDEA, Section 504 and ADA

As teens and their families prepare for life after high school it is important to know what to expect for accommodations and supports. We know there are NO IEPs in college or at work but what IS in place to assure young people with disabilities have what they need to succeed? See the document below that explains the differences between IDEA Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IEPs), section 504 plans and the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) protections.

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Have you heard of the Work Innovations and Opportunity Act or WIOA at your IEP or transition planning meetings? Here are some answers from Iowa Department of Education to frequently asked questions about WIOA.

Don't miss the Broadening Our Horizons event in NW Iowa (Sheldon and Sioux City) November 9 and 10!! A FREE event for students and their families full of resources, speakers, inspiration, ideas and tours of local community colleges!

"Keys to Life" Visit Courage League Sports for details on a FUN new social opportunity for young people with disabilities!!

Brigid Townsend will be partnering with Courage League to start a friendship building club. Contact her with any questions! Parents are strongly encouraged to join us for the Parent Night Mon. Feb 23rd to learn more & give input what is needed for their teens now & in the future. Also, if you may be interested in the formation of other groups for other age groups, She would love to hear from you!! Thanks!

Iowa Senator Tom Harkin continues to be an active legislator and effective advocate for people with disabilities! Read an update about the reauthourization of the Workforce Investment Act. Senator Harkin talked about this at the Together We Can conference May 3, saying that it could be "groundbreaking for people with disabilities transitioning to the workforce"! He first proposed the plan last summer and now has bipartisan support!